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A high-stakes space opera that combines science fiction and romance, this debut young adult novel features plenty of action and a heroine whose unique brand of humor and tenacity make her easy to root for.

Delaney’s entire world is thrown into chaos after she is mistaken for Lissa Olena, an alien princess hiding out on earth in order to escape an arranged marriage. Kidnapped by the princess’ head bodyguard, Ruckus, and imprisoned in an alien palace, Delaney is forced to impersonate the princess until Olena can be found.

If she fails, it will lead to an alien war and the eventual enslavement of the entire human race.

No pressure or anything.

Factor in Trystan—the princess’ terrifying betrothed who is intent on unraveling all her secrets—and her own growing feelings for Ruckus, and Delaney is in way over her head.

Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan's young adult imprint Swoon Reads, Chani Lynn Feener’s debut novel Amid Stars and Darkness is a thrilling space adventure complete with perfectly detailed alien planets and a super sexy secret romance in a sci-fi setting.

Praise for Amid Stars and Darkness:

"A thoughtful, sexy adventure with winning characters just begging for a bedtime read."—VOYA

"Feener’s world-building is excellent, and readers will feel engulfed in the culture, politics, and technology."—School Library Journal

"The focus on the growing relationship between Delaney and Ruckus will please romance readers."—Romantic Times

"This debut makes for fun, fluffy reading."—Booklist

Praise from the Swoon Reads community:

“This story was amazing! The character development, the romance, the tears, such an emotional rollercoaster!”—Hannah B., reader on SwoonReads.com

“I absolutely loved it. It hooked me right from the beginning and I couldn't put it down. It had so many great twists and turns and I loved that I couldn't predict what was going to happen. I loved the characters and their development throughout the story.” —Emmasgems, reader on SwoonReads.com

“A thrilling high-stakes read. From the very beginning I was sucked in and pulled along this intense journey filled with danger at every turn.” —Ashley, reader on SwoonReads.com